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Mansoor Eqrar

Mansoor Eqrar

Toronto, ON, CA

 
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About 

Experienced architect with a keen eye for design and practicality! With a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Architecture, as well as site experience working with general contractors, I bring a unique perspective to the table. Working closely with GCs has given me insight into how they approach projects, allowing me to deliver designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also practical and feasible. I'm skilled in using software like MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore,  AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, and Revit to create architectural models and manage projects with ease. As a professional with over 10 years of experience managing construction teams, drafting architectural documents, and designing interiors and exteriors for high visibility projects, I'm excited to collaborate with you to bring your vision to life.

Employment 

Unica Concept/ Tiron Contracting, Toronto - Canada, Project Manager

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the estimating and pre-construction process from estimate preparation, subcontractor solicitation, through to subcontract buyout/contracting
• Assist project managers to determine budgeting, general conditions and strategic position for project opportunities being considered.
• Knowledge and experience on contract drawings and specifications, capable to maintain conformance with the same during work processes.
• Participate in the pre-construction process, including attending meetings, preparing and presenting the budget
• Perform thorough breakdown of tender drawings and prepare detailed/accurate quantity takeoffs.
• Help design products with engineering and manufacturing techniques
• Prepare PO’s based on material requirements and specifications
• Working with purchasing to discuss common material pricing and stocking with vendors.
• Produce effective preliminary drawings by using their understanding of constructability and manufacturing techniques.

May 2019 - Dec 2020
 

Studio Architecture, Oklahoma City, OK, US, Architecture Intern

• Participate in the architectural design process, and develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics used to communicate concepts to client or for agency approval
• Follow through on design development drawings and models, and collaborate with production staff for technical details and completion of construction drawings
• Assist in preparation of designs, quantity calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of an Architect, Project Manager, or other professionals
• Conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with detailed design documents
• Utilizes computer-assisted design software and equipment to prepare project designs and plans
• Assists with specifications, research and material selection for color/finish/material on project-by-project basis

May 2018 - Aug 2018
 

Ministry of Urban Development affairs (MUDA), Toronto, Project Manager/Project Architect

• Managed assigned projects from start to finish, including design, budgets, programming, and construction.
• Managed RFIs, reviewed shop drawings, project specifications and BOQs, and coordinated with sub-contractors.
• Tracked the project progress and quality of deliverables along with managing a team 15+ architects and engineers accordingly to achieve project objectives.
• Introduced process improvements that significantly increased efficiency on assigned projects, reducing labor costs up to
10% and allowing budgets to be used for overruns on other office projects.
• Leveraged my extensive CADD experience in managing the design and production of detailed drawings, 3D modeling and renderings

Nov 2015 - Jul 2017
 

US Embassy, Kabul, AF, Project Manager/Projet Architect

• Oversee the development and implementation of architectural designs for the project
• Coordinates all project team efforts to facilitate effective execution of project design and the delivery of construction documents both internally and externally
• Assist in development of projects, job budget, and staffing projections and managing to them
• Supervise the project team of architects.
• Keeps PIC/PM informed regarding potential changes in scope, schedule or budget

Apr 2016 - Jul 2016
 

Afghan Wireless Communication Company (AWCC), Kabul, AF, Architect

• Create construction drawings on a wide variety involving new construction and existing buildings.
• Active in the complete building process, from design development through construction – reviewing bids, shop drawings and direct interaction with contractors during the construction administration phase.
• create presentation materials using a variety of tools including animations and photo montage.
• Maintain the office network and advise on hardware and software acquisitions as well as updating and training staff on new releases of software and best practices.
• Created standard CAD templates and block library as well as tool palettes for implementation.
• Participate in review of technical documents and drawings.

Nov 2014 - Nov 2015
 

Education 

The University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK, US, MArch, Architecture

Master of Architecture via pre-arch 2 years:
This degree program is available to students holding bachelor’s degrees in architecture or environmental design. This degree is accredited by the NAAB.

Aug 2017 - current
 

KABUL UNIVERSITY, Kabul, AF, BArch, Architecture

Mar 2008 - Dec 2013
 

Awards 

Fulbright Scholarship, Scholarship

The Fulbright Program, including the Fulbright–Hays Program, is one of several United States Cultural Exchange Programs whose goal is to improve intercultural relations, cultural diplomacy, and intercultural competence between the people of the United States and other countries through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills. It is one of the most prestigious and competitive fellowship programs in the world. Via the program, competitively-selected American citizens including students, scholars, teachers, professionals, scientists and artists may receive scholarships or grants to study, conduct research, teach, or exercise their talents abroad; and citizens of other countries may qualify to do the same in the United States of America. The program was founded by United States Senator J. William Fulbright in 1946 and is considered to be one of the most widely recognized and prestigious scholarships in the world. The program provides 8,000 grants annually.

2017
 

MENA Scholarship Programme, Scholarship

The Global Business Institute (GBI) is a Kelley School of Business at Indiana University collaboration with the U.S. Department of State and the Coca-Cola Export Corporation of Dubai; the program is administered by the Kelley School of Business Institute for International Business. This multi-faceted, immersive program is designed to give a select group of students from across participating countries in the Middle East, North Africa and Near Asia the opportunity to learn about business and entrepreneurship in the context of American culture. The selection process was highly competitive with over 7000 students from Afghanistan, Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Palestine, Pakistan, and Tunisia applying for the 100 program spots. Participants were interviewed and selected by the American embassies in each of the participating countries.

2013
 

Areas of Specialization 

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